Our Legal Team
At Tyler & Maderer, our team is made up of skilled and knowledgeable attorneys and staff dedicated to getting the best results for our clients. With a wide range of expertise in various practice areas, we stay up to date with the latest developments to ensure we are providing the most effective and comprehensive legal representation. Learn more about our team below and if you would like a free consultation for your specific needs, give us a call at 832-761-7773 or email us at Info@Tmlegalgroup.com.
Gigit Tyler
Attorney
Gigit grew up in Forney, Texas before she moved to Austin, Texas where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Government from the University of Texas. Gigit then moved to Oklahoma City to follow her dream of becoming an attorney. She attended Oklahoma City University School of Law where she met her husband, Christopher, and her business partner, Carly Maderer. Gigit graduated first in her class and was a member of Law Review. Gigit and her husband stayed in Oklahoma where she worked at Forbes and Forbes and took over their Social Security Disability and Bankruptcy practices. In 2015, Gigit and Christopher decided it was time to return home to Texas to raise their children.
Gigit understands that for many of her clients, she is seeing them on one of their worst days. She tries to ease their struggle by taking as much off their plate as possible. She treats her clients like family. She is dedicated to returning calls and emails as soon as possible.
Gigit is admitted to practice in the States of Oklahoma and Texas, Western District of Oklahoma and Southern District of Texas. She currently serves as the President for the Northwest Bar Association
Carly Maderer
Attorney
Carly Maderer grew up in Houston, Texas before moving to Oklahoma to attend Oklahoma State University where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. After graduating in the top 10% from Oklahoma State University, Carly received her Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Masters of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Oklahoma City University. It was also at Oklahoma City University School of Law where she met her partner in the Firm, Gigit Tyler.
Prior to opening her own practice, Carly worked at Gordon & Rees (Houston office) and Ewing & Jones, PLLC. Carly’s experience includes working on mergers and acquisitions; drafting various business contracts; helping individuals and companies with employment matters; assisting with complex corporate organizations; and representing clients involved in start-up ventures, investment deals, private capital raises and franchise opportunities. Carly utilizes her business education not only to advise clients from a legal perspective but with a unique understanding of their overall corporate needs.
Carly and her husband, Jason, are blessed with four children. In 2017, their third child was diagnosed with a rare chromosome disorder (Dup15q) causing mental and physical disabilities. It was this life event and her family’s overall protection that inspired Carly to help other families safeguard their loved ones from whatever life might throw their way. Carly uses her personal experience and legal intellect when advising clients about their Last Will and Testaments, Testamentary Trusts, Revocable Family Trusts, Special Needs Trusts and Power of Attorneys.
She is admitted to practice in the State of Texas and is a member of the Houston Northwest Bar Association.
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Lisa Mendes
Case Manager
Lisa Mendes joined Tyler and Maderer as a Social Security Case Manager in 2019 after leaving her role as a Project Manager in the record retrieval industry working product liability cases. She has managed multiple litigations, some with over 40,000 cases. Lisa has over 10 years of experience in record retrieval, training programs, litigation processes, and customer service. After earning a degree in science, Lisa quickly realized that her true calling is in the legal field.
As the firm’s Case Manager, Lisa quickly established herself as a versatile, hard-working, and determined leader working on numerous Social Security cases. She has gained vast experience working directly with Gigit Tyler and Carly Maderer. From experience, Lisa knows that dealing with government entities can be challenging for people, so she has made helping our clients her number one priority.
Lisa is originally from the small Caribbean Island of Grenada. She is married and has 3 children. She enjoys traveling, hanging out with family and friends, dining out and warm weather. Of course, that's one of the many reasons she and her family have moved to Texas.
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Chris Tyler
Associate Attorney
Christopher Tyler is an associate at Tyler & Maderer, PLLC, where he combines legal knowledge, practical problem-solving, and a relaxed, empathetic attitude to guide clients through challenging legal matters.
Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, Christopher grew up with a strong sense of community and a love for soccer—earning recognition as an all-city player in high school. His competitive spirit and commitment to teamwork shaped the way he approaches both life and the practice of law. After high school, he attended the University of Texas at El Paso, graduating in 2006 with a degree in History and a minor in Legal Reasoning. His studies sharpened his ability to analyze complex issues and understand how law and policy impact people’s lives.
Christopher went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 2009. It was during law school that he met his wife and now law partner, Gigit Tyler, as well as fellow partner Carly Maderer. These relationships not only shaped his personal life but also planted the seeds for the future success of Tyler & Maderer, PLLC.
Before joining the firm, Christopher built his legal experience at the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC), where he served first as a Hearing Officer and later as Chief Hearing Officer. In those roles, he presided over administrative hearings, adjudicated disputes involving employment and benefits, and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations. Managing a high-volume docket, he developed a reputation for fairness, clarity, and the ability to make reasoned decisions under pressure that continue to guide his practice today.
At Tyler & Maderer, Christopher is dedicated to making the legal process understandable and approachable for his clients. He values clear communication, careful preparation, and a practical, client-focused approach. His goal is to ensure that every client feels heard, supported, and confident that their matter is being handled with diligence and care.
Away from work, Christopher enjoys spending time with his wife, Gigit, and their three children. Whether it’s family activities, catching a new movie, or unwinding on the golf course, he values the balance between professional responsibilities and personal life.
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Amy Braun
Paralegal
Amy Braun joined Tyler and Maderer, PLLC in 2024 as a Paralegal assisting with Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship. She brings over a decade of experience to our firm in estate planning, real property transactions, and comprehensive client services. Her technical proficiency and attention to detail extend to real property deed research throughout Texas’ many different online databases. Amy's organizational skills streamline our workflow processes to make the experience better for each client.
Amy has a solutions-oriented mindset, attention to detail, and an ability to plan for potential issues before they arise. Her calm demeanor, sense of humor, and client-focused approach ensures that even complex matters are handled with precision and care. She helps maintain communication with clients through multiple channels for accessibility throughout the legal process.
Originally from the St. Louis area, Amy is a life-long Cardinals baseball fan. She and her husband have moved all over the country but fell in love with this area where their two children graduated from high school. They enjoy spending time with family and friends, going camping with their dogs, riding bikes, and looking to plan their next adventure.
Joileeta Frank
Administrative Assistant
Joileeta Frank goes by the nickname Jo, joined Tyler and Maderer PLLC in 2023. Jo has a background in office and property management, previously managing one of the largest storage facilities in Spring TX. She brings her management expertise to Tyler and Maderer by managing and organizing the administrative task and the schedules of five attorneys that specialize in Social Security Disability, Long and Short-Term Disability, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate, and Business. Jo graduated in 2020 with a master’s degree in criminal justice. Born and raised in 5th ward Kashmere Gardens, one of the toughest neighborhoods in Houston TX. She understands the struggles that clients go through with suffering from mental illness, medical disabilities and clients wanting to establish a foundation for themselves and their families. Jo has three children, two boys and one girl with age ranges from 19 to 31. Jo enjoys cold days relaxing at home with her family and her grand fur baby named Snow occasionally traveling to new and exciting places.